Visit Russia and shop in lavish grocery stores and flea markets

Indulgences

Region: Moscow

In Moscow, you'll find unique shopping experiences. and your shopping bags tearing at the seams. GUM, TSUM and Petrovsky Passage are a must-visit for every tourist. For discerning travellers who want the best souvenirs, head to Izmailovsky Flea Market.

This market is located on the outskirts of Moscow, a 15-minute train ride from Kremlin. Tourists can buy lacquer boxes, matryoshkas (nesting dolls), mink hats, coffee and lots more. The Tsvetnoy Central Market is home to hottest high street brands as well as luxury labels. However, the market also displays local designers.


Russian delights: GUM department store is undoubtedly one of the must-visits during your trip to Moscow. Apart from fashionable shopping, an amazing array of eateries here are absolutely worth it!


DON’T MISS: Visit Yeliseyevsky a grocery store with lavish interiors.

This store is located inside a late-18th century classical mansion and has the most dazzling interiors with chandeliers, stained glass windows and gilded wall decorations. There’s a large alcohol and souvenir section with vodka bottles shaped as eagles and matryoshka dolls.

Tourists spend hours buying international coffee beans, caviar, candy and the standard array of fresh produce.